Wow, Foothill Ranch Stunner! Beautifully remodeled, Huge backyard with Pool and Spa, Basketball half court, Breathtaking canyon views and Paid for Solar!!! Yes, this home is not like the others, it's far more special. Pretty from the curb, step through tall double doors to an expansive space with a curved staircase, tall windows and huge ceilings. The main floor is tile throughout, the colors are perfect with recessed lighting and designer fixtures. On this level, find formal living and dining rooms, full size bedroom with built-ins, full bath with shower, a generous laundry room, and a big kitchen that opens to a family room with built-ins and a fireplace. The kitchen has been updated with wonderful details including a Kitchenaid double wall oven, gas cooktop with built-in hood and full tile backsplash. Across the back, large windows show off the resort like backyard and spectacular view. This isn't a view of rooftops, just the beautiful and peaceful canyon and hills. Step out to one of the largest usable lots in Foothill Ranch. The backyard is perfectly designed: large covered patio with TV, built-in BBQ, fire pit, basketball half court and a wide side yard. Walk through a wrought iron double gate to the blue bottom pool and hot tub. All beautifully landscaped with a large grass area and big shade tree! Back inside, lets head upstairs. .. The curved staircase was recently refinished, and new flooring installed throughout the second level where you will find 4 spacious bedrooms and lots of storage. The master is big with more great views! It features a reclaimed wood style accent wall and 2 walk in closets. The remodeled master bath feels like a spa with a separate walk-in shower and beautiful finishes including motorized shades. The systems for this home are as updated and special as the finishes: All indoor water is filtered through a Life Source filtration system, the 50+ Panel solar system is PAID FOR! The AC is nearly new with a 10 Year Warranty! The garage floor is epoxied and the exterior was recently painted. No mello roos and low HOA. Lots of shopping and restaurants close by, great hiking and mountain biking are just around the corner. You will love Foothill Ranch Community park which tennis, basketball, sport courts and fields, with play area for the kids and a walking path. Borrego Canyon Overlook Park, Lake Forest Sports Park and FivePoint Amphitheater are all nearby. All schools are well rated.
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
9,573 sq ftLot Size
$719Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Gregory Colson•DRE #01961268• First Team Real Estate
Contact: 714-788-6528
Bought with Ashley Forman•DRE #02172339• Douglas Elliman of California
Situated on one, if not, the largest premiere usable lot backing to Whiting Ranch in all of Foothill Ranch, sits a gorgeously upgraded 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home highlighted by a huge & amazing entertainer's resort style backyard with spectacular panoramic views. Enter through a double door entry into a spacious formal living & formal dining room accented with sweeping stairs to the second level. Gorgeous remodeled kitchen complete with island, custom cabinets, backsplash and walk-in pantry. Open family room complete with media alcoves, surround sound and plantation shutters. Step out into a backyard that has it all! Enjoy a refreshing fenced in pool & spa surrounded by impeccable landscaping in your enormous backyard. Plenty of grassy areas and hard-scape with a built-in BBQ, fire pit and half court basketball. Back inside you’ll find stunning wood facade tile flooring throughout the first level. Upstairs there are 4 spacious bedrooms with amazing views, as well as plenty of linen and closet space. Enter the tranquil master bedroom w/ vaulted ceilings & barnwood accent wall. Enjoy the canyon / blue sky views from your bed or from the stunningly remodeled master ensuite complete with a huge walk-in closet, seamless shower door and remote motorized shades. Home includes a large scale and paid for complete solar panel system with over 50 panels! New a/c with 10 year warranty. Freshly painted interior & exterior. 3 car garage with epoxy flooring and new garage doors. No mello roos and low HOA. Great proximity to hiking, mountain biking. Next to Borrego Canyon Overlook Park and near Lake Forest Sports Park and FivePoint Amphitheater. This sensational home will not last!
CRMLS #OC16183867
Oct 20, 2016
Sold
$1,100,000
$382/sq ft
Sep 20, 2016
Pending
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Sep 18, 2016
Contingent
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Aug 27, 2016
Pending
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Aug 20, 2016
Relisted
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Aug 19, 2016
Listing Removed
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Aug 19, 2016
Listed
$1,099,800
$382/sq ft
When you dream of the ideal Foothill Ranch residence w/ breathtaking panoramic canyon views on a 9,000 sq. ft. lot, this is the home you envision. Backing to Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park where the only sounds you will hear are the hooting of owls at night & song birds during the day. Beautifully upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bath home plus bonus room with a Murphy bed, that could easily be the 5th bedroom. Boasting 2865 sq. ft. of comfortable living space w/ a formal living room, two-story ceilings & sweeping staircase. Convenient downstairs bedroom/office w/ custom built-ins. Remodeled kitchen w/ granite counter tops, island, custom back splash, custom cabinetry, walk-in pantry, breakfast nook w/ built-in seating. Family room with media alcoves & surround sound. Impressive Resort Style backyard with beautiful pool, spa, fire pit, bbq, bar & basketball court. Custom appointments include plantation shutters, upgraded baseboards, upgraded light fixtures, ceiling fans, hardwood floors, crown molding and upgraded secondary bath rooms. Sellers paid for solar panels & LED lights that will equate to a max monthly electric bill of around $1.00 to $10.00 per month. This is your DREAM HOME!!Master suite w/ vaulted ceiling, large walk-in closet, romantic canyon views & remodeled bathroom to die for. Hurry!!
Public Records
Apr 19, 2004
Sold
$915,000
$317/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 16, 1995
Sold
$327,500
$114/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,461 (+1.8%)
$1,552,281 + $403,671
$1,955,952
2024
$20,089 (−3.6%)
$1,552,281 + $403,671
$1,955,952
2023
$20,839 (+65.4%)
$1,521,844 + $395,756
$1,917,600
2022
$12,601 (+10.8%)
$1,619,527 + $369,473
$1,989,000
2021
$11,368 (−7.1%)
$858,969 + $344,040
$1,203,009
2020
$12,240 (+2.0%)
$842,126 + $337,295
$1,179,421
2019
$11,996 (+1.9%)
$833,491 + $333,837
$1,167,328
2018
$11,771 (+2.0%)
$817,148 + $327,292
$1,144,440
2017
$11,537 (+17.8%)
$785,416 + $314,584
$1,100,000
2016
$9,794 (−1.0%)
$785,416 + $314,584
$1,100,000
2015
$9,888 (−9.2%)
$527,992 + $304,616
$832,608
2014
$10,891 (+9.8%)
$527,992 + $304,616
$832,608
2013
$9,918 (−0.6%)
$527,992 + $304,616
$832,608
2012
$9,973 (−2.3%)
$400,984 + $304,616
$705,600
2011
$10,205 (+0.5%)
$400,984 + $304,616
$705,600
2010
$10,150 (−4.7%)
$430,384 + $304,616
$735,000
2009
$10,656 (−10.0%)
$430,384 + $304,616
$735,000
2008
$11,836
$473,384 + $304,616
$778,000
Tax history for 15 Tessera Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,461 (+1.8%)
$1,552,281 + $403,671
$1,955,952
2024
$20,089 (−3.6%)
$1,552,281 + $403,671
$1,955,952
2023
$20,839 (+65.4%)
$1,521,844 + $395,756
$1,917,600
2022
$12,601 (+10.8%)
$1,619,527 + $369,473
$1,989,000
2021
$11,368 (−7.1%)
$858,969 + $344,040
$1,203,009
2020
$12,240 (+2.0%)
$842,126 + $337,295
$1,179,421
2019
$11,996 (+1.9%)
$833,491 + $333,837
$1,167,328
2018
$11,771 (+2.0%)
$817,148 + $327,292
$1,144,440
2017
$11,537 (+17.8%)
$785,416 + $314,584
$1,100,000
2016
$9,794 (−1.0%)
$785,416 + $314,584
$1,100,000
2015
$9,888 (−9.2%)
$527,992 + $304,616
$832,608
2014
$10,891 (+9.8%)
$527,992 + $304,616
$832,608
2013
$9,918 (−0.6%)
$527,992 + $304,616
$832,608
2012
$9,973 (−2.3%)
$400,984 + $304,616
$705,600
2011
$10,205 (+0.5%)
$400,984 + $304,616
$705,600
2010
$10,150 (−4.7%)
$430,384 + $304,616
$735,000
2009
$10,656 (−10.0%)
$430,384 + $304,616
$735,000
2008
$11,836
$473,384 + $304,616
$778,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
2,882
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
60126142
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Apr 27, 2022 • Final
Residential mechanical - air conditioner
HVAC
Jun 15, 2011 • Final
Electrical - new
Electrical
Solar
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